1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
