2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
