2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 878 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Silverado | 75 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2750 mm |
