1997 Rover 200 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1997 Rover 200 and 1997 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 200 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | 200 | Magna |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |