1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
