1992 Rover 100 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
