1997 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 905 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 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 200 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3053 mm |
