1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 15 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
