2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 443 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 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Nubira | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
