1996 Rover 200 vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 1982 Toyota Soarer 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 1982 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 1982 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
