1989 Rover 216 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 216 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
