1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Astro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
