1989 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. 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 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
