1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 811 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
