1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
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, 2012 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
