1998 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 467 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, 2008 Skoda Superb (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
