1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (143 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 80 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 1975 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 930 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
