2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 459 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Escalade | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
