1994 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | A |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
