1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 294 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Prix | 400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
