2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 248 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Liberty | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
