2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2002 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2002 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2002 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
