1997 Peugeot 605 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 570 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 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 605 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 605 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
