1994 Rover 400 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 400 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Corona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |