2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
