1992 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323. 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 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
