1993 Rover 200 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 883 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 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 200 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
