1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 515 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 1977 Holden Statesman 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 1977 Holden Statesman. 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
