1992 Rover 216 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 356 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 216 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
