1990 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 329 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
