1993 Rover 100 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 20 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 406 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1517 mm |
