2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | CX-7 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
