1992 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1951 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
