1993 Rover 800 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
