1999 Buick Century vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 2 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 315 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Century | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
