1993 Rover 800 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 20 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 800 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
