2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 103 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
