1992 Rover 100 vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 459 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 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 100 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
