2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | i30 | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |