1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 349 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Sunfire | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
