2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
