2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 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 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Tribute | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
