2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1108 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Compass | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
