2000 Ford Equator vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. 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 Rover P5B (296 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Equator | P5B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3528 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2820 mm |
