1998 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 75 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
