2005 Rover 75 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. 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 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 414i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1146 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
