2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Malibu | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
