1969 Buick GS vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | GS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
