1996 Rover 200 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
