1998 Rover 200 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Rover | Venturi |
| Model | 200 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
