1969 Rover 2000 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore.
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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Rover 2000. 1985 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1969 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1969 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Rover 2000 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 2000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
