2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 6 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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | CX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
