1995 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1104 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
