1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 118 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Shadow | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
