2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 9 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Neon weights approximately 166 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Neon | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
