1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 2000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
