2005 Acura CL vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 13 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 710 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | CL | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
