1995 Rover 400 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
