1998 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Rover | Daewoo |
| Model | 400 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
