1992 Rover 800 vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, both 1992 Rover 800 and 1992 Rover 216 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Rover 216. (122 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1992 Rover 216. 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 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1992 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1992 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 800 | 216 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
