1971 Rover P5B vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P5B 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 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Rover P5B | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5B | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |