2008 Renault Modus vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus.
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 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Modus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
