1990 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 18 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |
