2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 307 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
