1991 Rover 100 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
