1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 361 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 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 200 | GTI |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |