1994 Rover 800 vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1999 Rover 800.
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, 1999 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 800 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
