2007 Mazda 2 vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
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, 2007 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 216 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
