1998 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 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), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 255 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 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 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. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 200 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 200 | Prius |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
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 | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
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 | 1330 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 |