1998 Rover 75 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
