1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 260 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
