1999 Proton Saloon vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Proton Saloon is newer by 6 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 39 more horse power than 1999 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Saloon | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
