2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 570 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
