1998 Mitsubishi SST vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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 SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi SST | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | SST | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |