1999 Peugeot 607 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 607 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 607 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
