1996 Rover 400 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 350 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, 1996 Rover 400 (170 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
