1993 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 18 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 185 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | A |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
