2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 121 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
