1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Sunbird | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
