2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Nitro | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
