1998 Rover 75 vs. 1998 Rover 400

To start off, both 1998 Rover 75 and 1998 Rover 400 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Rover 75 1998 Rover 400
Make Rover Rover
Model 75 400
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2560 mm


 

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