1958 Rover P5 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P5 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
