1985 Renault 5 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
