1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Rover Vitesse | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | Vitesse | Avensis |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |