2001 Honda Stream vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2001 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Stream | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
