1998 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
