1993 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 39 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
