1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 145 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 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 944 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
