1993 Rover 200 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 550 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
