1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 213 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 1997 Rover 400 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Starfire | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |