1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
