1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Step Wagon | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
