1998 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
