1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 374 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 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
