1995 Rover 414i vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 414i | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 414i | EL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
