2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
