1993 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 287 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
