1993 Rover 800 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 17 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 28 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 373 kg more than 1993 Rover 800.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 800 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
