1998 Rover 75 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
