2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 12 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), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Cobalt | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
