1993 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 19 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
