2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Eclipse | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
