2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SLK | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
