2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 514 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400, 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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | GTO | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
