1995 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
