1996 Rover 220 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 220 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 220 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |