1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Jetfire | 800 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
