2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.

Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Rover Streetwise 1968 Toyota 2000GT
Make Rover Toyota
Model Streetwise 2000GT
Year Released 2008 1968
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.4:1
Top Speed 164 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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