1994 Rover 200 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
