1995 Rover 800 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 Rover 600. 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 800 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
