1968 Rover 2000 vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1968 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Rover 2000 | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
