1991 Rover 400 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400.
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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
