1998 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 258 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Rover | Mazda |
Model | 400 | 3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |