1974 Renault 17 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 17 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
