2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | LR2 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
