1997 Rover 200 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
