2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 318 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000.
Because 1970 Rover 2000 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 1970 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vivaro | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
