2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1998 Rover 420
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 420 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 420 (87 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 420 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1998 Rover 420 (184 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 1998 Rover 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1998 Rover 420 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Rover |
| Model | Kalos | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1189 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
