1984 Bitter SC vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 730 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1992 Rover 100 | |
Make | Bitter | Rover |
Model | SC | 100 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |