2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 753 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
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, 2000 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 214 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 214 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Protege | 214 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
