1990 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | P5B |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |