1973 Rover 2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 23 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000. 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 Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
