1998 Rover 75 vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 114 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1991 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
