1993 Rover 200 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 170 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, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
