1991 Rover 100 vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 269 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
