1996 Rover 200 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 200 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
