1968 Rover 2000 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Rover 2000 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 1968 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 1986 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1968 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Rover 2000 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
