2002 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
