1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1971 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 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Rover 2000 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |