2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 15 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 913 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Trans Sport | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
