1993 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
