1998 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 544 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Aurora | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |