1998 Rover 200 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
