1990 Rover 400 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 19 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
