1998 Rover 75 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
