1976 Rover 2000 vs. 1990 Toyota Century
To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 14 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 468 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. 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, 1990 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000. 1990 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Rover 2000 | 1990 Toyota Century | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Century |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |