1996 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Rover | Opel |
Model | 200 | Combo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |