1993 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Probe | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
