1989 Rover 216 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
