1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 354 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | P5B |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |