1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 293 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Vitesse | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
