1993 Rover 200 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
