2009 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 13 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 668 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2009 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TSX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
