1973 Rover 2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
