1997 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1507 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4080 mm |
