2004 Rover 25 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 25 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
