2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
