1998 Kia Joice vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 179 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Joice | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
