1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Camaro | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
