1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 594 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |