1997 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1232 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
