1968 Rover 2000 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 28 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 53 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Rover 2000 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |