1970 Rover 2000 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 41 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, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 139 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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, 1970 Rover 2000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 2000 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
