1995 Rover 800 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 Rover 800.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
