1989 Porsche 944 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 944 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 944 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 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 | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
