1981 Porsche 944 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 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 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 944 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
