1989 Rover 216 vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Camry weights approximately 126 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
