1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 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, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Malibu | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
