1993 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 14 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 191 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 200 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |