1989 Rover 216 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover 216 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 216 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |