2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Speedster | 2000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |