1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 930 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
