1995 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
