1994 Rover 200 vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1995 Toyota Supra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
