1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 438 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | CC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2708 mm |
