1996 Rover 400 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 400 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |