2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sportage | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
