1993 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 18 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
