1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 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 1970 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 3.5 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 3.5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
