1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 326 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Firebird | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
