2004 Rover Streetwise vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover Streetwise | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
