1997 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (58 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | A | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
