1996 Rover 200 vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1993 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
