1992 Porsche 928 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
