2005 Rover 45 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
