2008 Renault Scenic vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 214 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Scenic | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
