1972 Rover P5B vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P5B | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
