2005 Rover 75 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
