1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, both 1992 Porsche 968 and 1992 Rover 800 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 968 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 968 | 800 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |