2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 102 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Carisma | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
