1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 43 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 286 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 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
