2008 Rover 75 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
