2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
