1993 Rover 200 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 345 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 200 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 200 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |