1998 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 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 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
