1993 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1169 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
