1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 2000 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
