1993 Rover 200 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 394 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 200 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Rover | Saab |
Model | 200 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |