1991 Rover 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
