1993 Rover 200 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 825 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 200 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
