1993 Rover 200 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Astra 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. Both 1993 Rover 200 and 2003 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 200 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
