1995 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
