1986 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Corolla | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
