2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sportage | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
