1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 33 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 310 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
