1991 Rover 100 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 14 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1030 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 100 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
