1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 2000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
