1987 Porsche 924 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 924 | 400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |