1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 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 144 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 309 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
