1998 Rover 200 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
