1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Rover 820. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 820. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 Rover 820. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820, 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | 820 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
