2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 532 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Am | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
