1998 Rover 200 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
