2002 Rover 45 vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2002 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 45 | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 45 | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |