1993 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 389 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
