2009 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 599 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | MDX | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
