1984 Rover 3500 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Rover 3500 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 1984 Rover 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Rover 3500 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 3500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |