1998 Rover 75 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |