2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 745 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
