2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 530 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
