2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 51 kg more than 1996 Rover 600.
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 Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1996 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Vivant | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
