1999 Proton Saloon vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Proton Saloon is newer by 5 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Saloon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Saloon | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
