2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
