1990 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 402 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |