2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Defender | 100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |