1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, both 1994 Mazda 323 and 1994 Rover 100 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (145 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (183 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 323 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
