2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
