1992 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 200 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
