1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 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 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 306 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
