2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
