1992 Rover 800 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, 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, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
