2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 199 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Vibe | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
