2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 306 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.
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 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
