1997 Rover 200 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 200 | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | Iltis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |