2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 234 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.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | HR-V | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
