1991 Rover 100 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
