1997 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 76 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 400 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2436 mm |
