2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2560 mm |
