2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Titan | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5549 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
