1991 Rover 820 vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 820. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 820 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 273 kg more than 1991 Rover 820.
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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 820 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 820 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
