2002 Holden Vectra vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
