1974 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Rover 2000 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2000 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
