1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 351 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |
