1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-4 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
