1993 Rover 200 vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 90 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Saab 90 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
