2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 987 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru 1.8. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru 1.8. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1986 Subaru 1.8 has manual transmission. 1986 Subaru 1.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover | 1.8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |