1991 Rover 400 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Rover 200 (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
