1996 Rover 200 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 25 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 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota 2000GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 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 | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
