2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 198 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Blackhawk | 800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |
