2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 806 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | SSR | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
