2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Frontier | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2820 mm |