1995 Rover 200 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Because 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
