1998 Rover 75 vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 603 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 75 | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |