1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | 200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |