1951 Rover P4 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Rover P4 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Rover P4 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1951 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Rover P4 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |