2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1991 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sentra | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
