2002 Renault Megane vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Megane | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
