1993 Rover 200 vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru XT weights approximately 85 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 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1992 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | XT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
