1974 Rover 2000 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Rover 2000 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3120 mm |