1992 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 800 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
