1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Coronet | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Coronet | 2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |