1993 Rover 200 vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 200 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2250 mm |
