1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 219 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
