1996 Rover 200 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
