1969 Rover 2000 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Rover 2000.
Because 1969 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 1969 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Rover 2000 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
