1993 Rover 200 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 131 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
