1995 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 248 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.
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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2797 mm |
