1996 Rover 200 vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2001 Skoda Superb is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Superb weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Skoda Superb (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
