1998 Rover 400 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |