1970 Rover P5B vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5B | MR2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |