1996 Rover 200 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 200 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |