2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 286 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Nubira | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
