1993 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 18 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 332 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 100 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
