1990 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1235 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
