2007 Mazda 2 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
