1999 Renault Megane vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 7 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Renault Megane (127 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
