1998 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 400 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |