2008 Acura TL vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 422 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TL | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
