1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 3.5 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2797 mm |
