2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 426 kg more than 1993 Rover 800.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Montero | 800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
