1992 Rover 100 1.4 D vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 1.4 D | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
