1993 Rover 800 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 800 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
