2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
