2008 Rover 45 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 45 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
