1990 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 511 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2011 Mazda CX-7 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. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 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 | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
