1973 Rover P5B vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5B | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
