1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
