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Rover Vitesse

General information

ModelRover Vitesse
Year1984
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3531 ccm (215.46 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3531 ccm (215.46 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power189.60 PS (139 kW or 187 HP) at 5280 Rev. per min.
Max torque298.00 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 219.8 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke88.9 x 71.1 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-60 miles7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1317 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5

Dimensions and weight

Weight1440 kg (3,174.7 pounds)
Overall length4740 mm (186.6 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2820 mm (111.0 inches)
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