2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 729 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
