2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Willys 2 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 276 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |