2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
