1970 Rover P5B vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Rover P5B 1996 Toyota Lexcen
Make Rover Toyota
Model P5B Lexcen
Year Released 1970 1996
Engine Size 3527 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2740 mm


 

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