1997 Rover 800 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800, 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1967 Volkswagen Sedan has manual transmission. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Rover 800 | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 800 | Sedan |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |