1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 280 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
