1997 Rover 800 vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 800 | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
