1993 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
