1994 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 264 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1134 kg |
