1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, both 1993 Peugeot 309 and 1993 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 309 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 309 | 200 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |