1993 Rover 100 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 530 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 100 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 100 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1605 mm |