2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-350 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
