1995 Rover 200 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 411 kg more than 1995 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | 200 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
