1992 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 800 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
