2001 Acura RL vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 8 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 490 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RL | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
