1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 3 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1977 Ford 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, 1974 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | 2000 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
