1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
