1994 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 18 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 136 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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Optra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
