1992 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 279 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
