1981 Ford Capri vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
