1990 Rover 400 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 164 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |