1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 151 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
