1998 Rover 400 vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Volvo 440.
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 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
