1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
