1996 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 15 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 172 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 200 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2436 mm |
