1990 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 23 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), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 398 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Rover | Jeep |
Model | 400 | Compass |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2634 mm |