1999 Rover 75 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
