1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | City |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
