1992 Rover 216 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 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 37 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 38 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 216 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
