2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 765 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | DTS | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
