1994 Rover 100 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1113 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
