1996 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
