1993 Rover 200 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 3 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
