1991 Rover 100 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1160 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Rover | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
