2005 Rover 45 vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 19 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 45 | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
