2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Rover 800.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
