1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 6 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 825 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Trans Sport | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
