1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
