1973 Rover P5B vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet, 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 P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | P5B | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3526 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
