1994 Rover 200 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
