1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 1998 Honda Integra
To start off, 1998 Honda Integra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 439 kg more than 1998 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Integra, 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. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 1998 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | Integra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
