1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Berlina | 200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |