1993 Rover 100 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1986 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
