1992 Rover 400 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1397 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.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3302 mm |
