1991 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 20 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
