2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. 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, 1998 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | HR-V | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
