1997 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
