1995 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 800 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
