2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Exige | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
