1992 Rover 216 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 216 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
