2008 Opel Antara vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 497 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.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Rover 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Antara | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
