1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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, 2008 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
