1993 Rover 100 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 100 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |