2004 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | MDX | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
