1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 319 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3246 mm |
