2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 250 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Laguna | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
