2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 948 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | STS | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
