1992 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 800 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
