1995 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 390 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 200 | TL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
