2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 420 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
