1991 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 708 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
