1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MX-3 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
