1994 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 92 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
