2004 Rover Streetwise vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover Streetwise (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover Streetwise, 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover Streetwise | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
