1974 Honda Life vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Life | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
