1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 741 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
