1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 225 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Sedan | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
