1989 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 650 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
