1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
