1999 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
