1993 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
