1996 Honda CRX vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1976 Rover 2000 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 1976 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CRX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
