2003 Rover 45 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover 45 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
