1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 514 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Project Vantage | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
