2001 Rover 75 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
