2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
