2001 Rover 25 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25. 1990 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
