1994 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 755 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, 2011 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
