1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Lagonda | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
