1993 Rover 100 vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 100 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
