2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1628 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |