2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 9 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1284 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | SSR | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
