1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 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.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
