1990 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 400 | tC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
