2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 722 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 40 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lotec | Rover |
| Model | C 1000 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
