1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
