1994 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 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 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
