1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 758 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
