1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 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 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 3500 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |