1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1991 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 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
