2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1015 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Discovery | 200 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |