1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1010 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | 2000 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3645 mm |
