1993 Rover 800 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 800 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
