1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 200 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
