1991 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 635 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | CC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
