1991 Rover 100 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
