2000 Rover 45 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 45 | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |