1995 Rover 214 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 214 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 214 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
