1976 Rover 2000 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
