1997 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Rover 400.
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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 400 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | 400 | Logan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |