1991 Rover 100 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 795 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
