1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
