1991 Rover 400 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 16 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rover 400 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 400 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |