2004 Rover 75 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
