1991 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 855 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1725 kg |
