1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun Laurel (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 318 kg more than 1993 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, 1979 Datsun Laurel (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Datsun | Rover |
| Model | Laurel | 100 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
