1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 22 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Thunderbird | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
