1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 374 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Diamante | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
