1993 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb is newer by 12 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 617 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, 2005 Skoda Superb (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
