1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover Vitesse | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Vitesse | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
