2004 Kia Amanti vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 954 kg more than 1992 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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Amanti | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Amanti | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
