2004 Rover Streetwise vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover Streetwise | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Streetwise | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
