1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 3.5 Litre | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |