2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1993 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Tahoe | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
