1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 968 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
