1992 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 15 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 31 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
