1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 964 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2510 mm |
