1976 Ford Torino vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 2 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000.
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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Torino | 2000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |