2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Tahoe | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
