1970 Rover 2000 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1970 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 1970 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Rover 2000 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 2000 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |