1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Vega | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
