2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Drifter | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1394 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |
