1998 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 225 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
