1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. 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 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot 205 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 205 | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |