1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | GTO | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
