2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | BT-50 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
