1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Triumph Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover 3.5 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Triumph |
Model | 3.5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |