1994 Rover 600 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 405 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 600 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
