2007 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 710 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Grandis | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
