1990 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 400 | Kuga |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |