1997 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
