2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
