2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
