1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 3.5 Litre | Borrego |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |