1996 Rover 200 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1640 kg |
