1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1998 Rover 420
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 1998 Rover 420 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Rover 420. (87 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 229 kg more than 1998 Rover 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 420. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1998 Rover 420 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 420 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1189 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
