1994 Rover 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1400 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 100 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | T5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |