1990 Rover 400 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 440 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |