2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 185 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 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
