1999 Rover 75 vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 1980 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | DL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
