1992 Rover 216 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. Both 1992 Rover 216 and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 216 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 216 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
