1996 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
