2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 12 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1045 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 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Montero | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
