1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Vitesse | 607 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
