2005 Kia Pregio vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 251 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pregio | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Pregio | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
