1991 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 215 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.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
