1972 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P5B | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
