1992 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 876 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, 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 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 800 | Express |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
