1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 800 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | 100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
