1992 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 114 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
