1982 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 855 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 1982 Buick Estate 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 1982 Buick Estate. 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Estate | 200 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |