1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
