1991 Rover 400 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
