1987 Renault 21 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 320 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
