1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Rover |
| Model | Matiz | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
