2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | LR3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
