1990 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
