1990 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 680 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |
