2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 475 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.
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 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
