1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 91 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover 3500 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 3500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
