1991 Rover 100 vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 3 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 654 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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
