1998 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 393 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
