1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 19 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
Because 1984 Rover 3500 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 1984 Rover 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Step Wagon | 3500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |