1993 Rover 100 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1095 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Rover | Lexus |
| Model | 100 | LS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
