1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 603 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover 3500 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 3500 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
