1992 Rover 100 1.4 D vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 100 1.4 D | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
