1985 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 524 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 Porsche 928 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 928. 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 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
