2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Equus | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |
