1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 786 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Rover | Buick |
| Model | 200 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2837 mm |
