2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 338 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |