1999 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 323 and 1999 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 323 | 1999 Rover 200 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 323 | 200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |