2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 182 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
