2004 Acura TSX vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TSX | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TSX | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
