1995 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 815 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
