1995 Rover 214 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 652 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 214 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 214 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
