1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Rover 2000 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Rover Toyota
Model 2000 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1971 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1978 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2740 mm