2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1991 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 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
