2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 829 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Avalanche | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
