1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
