2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Optra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
