1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 807 kg more than 1992 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 Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Rover 100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | 100 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |