1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 330 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Silvia | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
