1993 Rover 200 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 8 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 570 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
