2006 Rover 75 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
