1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 305 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
