2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Spark | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
