1993 Rover 200 vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 50 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, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 216 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
