2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 20 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1630 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.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1980 Subaru DL | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
Model | Park Ward | DL |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2470 mm |