2004 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 12 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1149 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | MDX | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
