2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1969 Rover 2000 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 1969 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Premacy | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
