2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-150 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
