1998 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 15 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 307 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
