1992 Rover 100 vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 473 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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 100 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
