2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Vibe | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
