1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Rover Range Rover 1972 Toyota Corona
Make Rover Toyota
Model Range Rover Corona
Year Released 1994 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3947 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.1 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 78 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 51 L


 

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