2004 Rover 75 vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. 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 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
