2009 Honda Stream vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 51 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Stream | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |