1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 19 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 783 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Rover | Infiniti |
| Model | 200 | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2901 mm |
