2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 13 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 428 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
