2001 Rover 25 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25, 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
