1993 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 400 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
