1995 Rover 200 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 200 | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
