1990 Rover 400 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 8 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
