1997 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 603 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
