2006 Rover 75 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
