2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 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 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S2000 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
