2000 Proton Perdana vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Perdana | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
