2009 Acura TSX vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 918 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TSX | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
