1994 Rover 200 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
