1991 Rover 100 vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 365 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
