2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | LR3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
