1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Express and 1998 Rover 75 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |