1986 Toyota Century vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Century 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 1986 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1986 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Century | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Century | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
