2005 Rover 45 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
