1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V, 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 3.5 Litre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 276 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |