1995 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
Because 2013 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3246 mm |
