1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 670 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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
