1998 Rover 75 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1998 Rover 75 and 1998 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 75 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |