1994 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
