1985 Porsche 924 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 137 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 1985 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 924 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
