1980 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 911 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
