1997 Kia Joice vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 1 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Joice | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Joice | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
