2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Step Wagon | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |