2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1970 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Tahoe | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
