1966 Rover P5 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P5 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |
