1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 734 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
