1993 Rover 200 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1993 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
