2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 79 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | A | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
