2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
