1993 Rover 200 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 5 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
