1973 Rover 2000 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
