1994 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 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 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
