1994 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 400 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
