1971 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | E | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
